Sales to kidults, adults who buy toys for themselves, have defied the overall downturn in toy sales, accounting for over a quarter of the UK toy market and worth over £1 billion a year, as adults find toys fun and beneficial for their mental health.
Scientists achieve world’s first IVF rhino pregnancy, offering hope for saving the northern white rhino.
Woman survives 14 hours on top of submerged car in California creek, highlighting the importance of preparedness in emergencies.
Church steeple collapses in New London, Connecticut, leaving community searching for answers and offering support.
Video of lion riding in Bentley sparks outrage and raises concerns about welfare of exotic animals.
Netflix’s crackdown on password-sharing led to a surge in sign-ups, with the streaming giant adding over 13.1 million subscriptions in the last quarter of 2022, the highest number since 2020.
The Sunday Times reveals the highest UK taxpayers, with Alex Gerko, JK Rowling, and Ed Sheeran among them.
Seabed mining is a contentious issue, with concerns about its environmental impact leading some countries to oppose it.
Hermit crabs around the world are increasingly using plastic waste as shells, raising questions about the impact on their evolution and the potential harm or benefits of plastic materials for these crustaceans.
Long-lost Klimt painting found in Vienna after almost 100 years, estimated to be worth over $54 million.
Fake robocalls impersonating President Biden have been circulating in New Hampshire, urging voters to skip the primary election, prompting an investigation to determine the source.
UK government to ban “drip pricing” and fake reviews, aiming to improve consumer transparency and protect customers from hidden fees and misleading information.
Amazon fined €32m in France for “excessive” surveillance of workers, violating GDPR; Amazon plans to appeal.
Potholes in the UK have hit a five-year high, costing drivers up to £500 million in repairs, prompting scientists to explore solutions such as self-healing roads and robots.
The American spacecraft, Peregrine One, experienced a propulsion fault that prevented a lunar touch-down, leading to its destruction over the Pacific Ocean.
AI is expected to impact nearly 40% of all jobs, worsening overall inequality, according to the IMF.
Parcel delivery firm DPD disabled part of its online chatbot after it swore at a customer, highlighting the potential pitfalls of using large language models in chatbots.
First Bus in the UK is using AI to improve punctuality and tackle “bus bunching,” resulting in a 20% improvement during peak periods.
Apple surpasses Samsung as world’s largest phonemaker, marking the first time in 12 years.
Ticket machines at railway stations charge passengers more than double the online price for some journeys, according to research by consumer group Which?.
An Australian politician protests by changing his name to Austin Trump, criticizing the Labor Party.
The Panama Canal is facing a critical water shortage, leading to reduced ship traffic and potential long-term implications for global trade.
OpenAI’s new search feature for ChatGPT aims to challenge Google’s search engine dominance.
A massive egg theft in Pennsylvania raises eyebrows amid soaring prices linked to bird flu.
Hollywood actors are being advised to choose Halloween costumes that do not promote content made by studios they are in dispute with due to the ongoing strike.
Shri Mahila Griha Udyog empowers over 45,000 women, blending tradition with financial independence and community.
Rock band Kiss has used avatar technology developed for the Abba Voyage show to ensure their digital immortality, with plans for future concerts, rock operas, musicals, or adventures.
The Met Office warns of escalating extreme weather events in the UK due to climate change.
Nvidia and Foxconn have partnered to build “AI factories” that will be powered by Nvidia chips and used for various applications, allowing Nvidia to continue its growth in the AI market despite US restrictions on chip exports to China.
Blue whales, once decimated by whaling, have returned to the Seychelles, potentially using the region as a breeding ground, highlighting the importance of protected waters for their recovery.
Companies turning recruitment into live competitions spark debate on ethics and inclusivity.
Severe air pollution is obscuring the majestic Himalayas, threatening tourism and local livelihoods in Nepal.
Comedians explore AI for joke writing, blending human creativity with technology for innovative shows.
A missing dog in Bedfordshire, England, was successfully located and reunited with its family after 12 days, thanks to the use of a thermal camera fitted to a drone.
A man in Surrey, England, has trained his home cameras to repel foxes and badgers that were fouling in his garden, using high-frequency sounds triggered by machine learning.
